Map of Goldfields WA – Kalgoorlie, Coolgardie & Western Australia Guide

Map of Goldfields WA – Kalgoorlie, Coolgardie & Western Australia Guide

This map of the Goldfields WA provides an overview of one of Australia's most famous mining regions, including major towns, highways, mining districts, outback communities and tourism destinations. It is designed for general reference, travel planning and understanding how the Goldfields region is laid out.

Located in inland Western Australia, the Goldfields is known for gold mining history, vast outback landscapes, historic towns, mineral resources and some of the country's most significant mining operations.

Quick Answer:

The Goldfields region is located in inland Western Australia. Major centres include Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Coolgardie, Leonora, Laverton and Menzies.

Interactive Goldfields WA Map (Reference View) Use this map to explore mining towns, highways, outback communities and major attractions throughout the Goldfields region.
Tip: Goldfields maps are useful for understanding the vast distances between mining towns and regional communities in inland Western Australia.

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This Goldfields WA map highlights mining centres, transport corridors, historic towns and major visitor attractions.

Where Is the Goldfields Region Located?

The Goldfields region is located in inland Western Australia, east of Perth and extending toward the eastern deserts of the state. It forms part of the larger Goldfields–Esperance region.

  • North: Pilbara and desert regions
  • South: Esperance and southern WA
  • East: Great Victoria Desert
  • West: Wheatbelt and central WA

Main Towns and Destinations of the Goldfields

  • Kalgoorlie-Boulder — largest city in the region
  • Coolgardie — historic gold rush town
  • Leonora — northern Goldfields centre
  • Laverton — eastern outback gateway
  • Menzies — historic mining settlement
  • Kambalda — mining community
  • Norseman — gateway to the Nullarbor
  • Esperance — southern regional centre
  • Super Pit area — iconic mining attraction
  • Golden Quest Discovery Trail — tourism route

Major Areas of the Goldfields Explained

  • Kalgoorlie District — commercial and mining hub
  • Northern Goldfields — Leonora and Laverton region
  • Eastern Goldfields — remote mining districts
  • Coolgardie Area — historic gold rush communities
  • Goldfields–Esperance Region — broader regional area

Key Geographic Features

  • Super Pit — one of Australia's largest open-cut gold mines
  • Great Victoria Desert — vast desert region to the east
  • Outback landscapes — defining regional environment
  • Gold mining districts — historic and modern mining areas
  • Salt lakes — common inland geographic feature
  • Historic goldfields — foundation of regional development

Goldfields Transport and Road Map Overview

A map of the Goldfields is useful for understanding how mining communities and regional centres connect across inland Western Australia.

  • Great Eastern Highway — principal route from Perth
  • Goldfields Highway — major north-south corridor
  • Eyre Highway connections — access toward South Australia
  • Regional rail corridors — support mining and freight
  • Outback roads — connect remote communities

Why People Search for a Map of the Goldfields WA

  • To locate Kalgoorlie and Coolgardie
  • To explore gold rush history
  • To understand mining regions
  • To plan outback road trips
  • To see how the Goldfields fits within Western Australia

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Goldfields WA Map FAQs

  • Where is the Goldfields region located?
    The Goldfields region is located in inland Western Australia east of Perth.
  • What is the Goldfields known for?
    The region is famous for gold mining, outback landscapes and historic gold rush towns.
  • What is the largest city in the Goldfields?
    Kalgoorlie-Boulder is the largest city and economic hub of the region.
  • What is the Super Pit?
    The Super Pit is one of Australia's most famous open-cut gold mining operations located in Kalgoorlie.

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